The Framework is the most exciting laptop I've used

Re:The Framework is the most exciting laptop I've used by SergeAx on Thursday September 23, 2021 @03:20AM (#28626166)

A laptop is a computer you use on the go. I don't see how this usage pattern includes that much of external hardware to use all those ports. Smartphone, data stick - that's it.

There may be a kinda-permanent place, where one using their laptop most of the time. I don't see any problem having a dock station there with all the the ports and a power routed via single USB C or Thunderbolt port.

The problem is not the industry. The problem is people using laptops where they should use desktop computers. Which are, coincidentally, are modular and expandable through the roof.

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Re:The Framework is the most exciting laptop I've used by lyaa on Thursday September 23, 2021 @04:16AM (#28626520)

Not everyone is rich enough to also buy a desktop computer or have space for it? Not to mention that the hassle of duplicating software and data files between a laptop and a desktop is too much work for anyone who does not actually like to spend time on tech.

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Re:The Framework is the most exciting laptop I've used by SergeAx on Friday September 24, 2021 @10:09AM (#28642588)

If I am on a tight budget, getting a desktop instead of a laptop is a no-brainer. There are very narow field where laptop is a must, and most of this are valid for employed individuals, so the burden of providing the hardware is on employer.

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